novelsmap Chapter 340 The Expectations of Countless People
Chapter 340 The Expectations of Countless People
Chapter 340 The Expectations of Countless People
Inside the ship's cabins.
Through Ryu and Astraea's explanations, Alexie, Kaguya, Laila, and the others gradually understood the cause and effect of what had happened over the past three years.
The monster they encountered on the thirtieth floor of the dungeon was the "Zagnat," resulting in their complete annihilation. Afterwards, Ryu became deeply entangled in a vortex of revenge, frantically assassinating members of the dark faction. However, she unexpectedly encountered a boy named "Roy," thus embarking on a new journey—
They launched a war game against the Rudra Familia, who had once schemed against them, and under the watchful eyes of countless people, the two nearly wiped out the enemy's entire clan in the dungeon!
In a war game duel, I defeated the Apollo Familia and paid off their enormous debt!
Four people challenge the floor master, Amphispina!
To suppress the Soma clan for the sake of the little girl, he used the divine wine to amass hundreds of millions of fali in profit!
The dungeon was ambushed by the Dark Faction and the Ishtar Familia. After defeating the floor master Udeus and the calamity "Zagnat", the War Game was launched, and the Ishtar Familia, one of the top forces in Orario, was crushed!
Even now, he leads the people into the underworld, overcomes countless difficulties, liberates their souls, and makes a deal with the god Erebus to resurrect them.
The ship is on its way back to Orario.
Astraea and Ryu had ample time to recount what happened after the deaths of Alyssa and the others.
Listening to those thrilling events and incredible achievements, Alexie, Kaguya, Lyra, and the others felt as if they were traveling through a river of time. The subsequent development, adventures, and changes of the Familia unfolded before them like a colorful scroll, vivid and real.
It was all caused by that boy!
As Astraea's gentle voice faded, the room fell into a deathly silence, and the former Familia girls present all wore expressions of shock.
Alexie's fingertips unconsciously dug into her palm, but she felt no pain at all; Kaguya, Laila, and Noin had their mouths slightly open, as if an invisible force was choking them, and they could not make a sound.
Neze and Isca's backs were stiff.
Aste and Celty's lips trembled slightly.
Even the most composed healers and mages, Maru and Liana, had their deep eyes filled with an unprecedented upheaval.
Astraea smiled. "How was it?"
"Lady Astraea, let's take a break for a moment." Kaguya held her forehead with her small hand, even she, who was usually calm and thoughtful, was a little confused.
The same applies to the other girls.
Their expressions froze on their faces.
The sheer volume of information overwhelmed them, instantly filling their minds with a blankness, leaving only Astraea's echoing voice reverberating in the deathly silent room.
"Is it really possible for you to find someone this amazing?" Kaguya, who was used to bickering with Ryu, looked at him with a suspicious gaze, almost as if she had the words "useless elf" written all over her face.
"How rude! Of course I found it!"
Ryu retorted somewhat hesitantly, and upon reflection, she realized she hadn't invited Roy to join the Astrea Familia; it was always Roy who initiated it.
But she sacrificed herself in the process.
"Alright, alright, let's not argue over such a small thing." Alexie smiled broadly, wrapping her arms around Ryu and Kaguya, pressing them close together.
The girls in the room exchanged smiles.
After an accident in the dungeon and death, he miraculously revived. With such an amazing experience, he was able to take a more relaxed view of most things in the world.
"And what about you?"
Liu asked curiously, "Logically speaking, they should have been to the Heavenly Realm, which is the domain of the gods."
"I don't feel anything." Kaguya shook her head.
"It feels like I just took a nap and woke up to find myself here," Leila said.
The other girls' expressions were pretty much the same.
Upon hearing this, Ryu roughly understood that Kaguya, Layla, and the others' memories went directly from three years ago to the present, while the Celestial Realm was in a state of unconscious slumber.
Alexie's eyes were playful. "If that's the case, then Leon has three more years of memories than us."
"Rion is already a big sister!"
"Rion-senpai!"
Kaguya, Layla, and the other girls looked at Ryu with feigned adoration, their eyes shining, but a hint of barely concealed laughter crept onto their delicate lips.
"Alicie, don't joke with me." Ryu's fair ears turned red as she said shyly and anxiously.
Clearly, this close friend with the fiery red hair wasn't going to let the matter rest. "Three years, Senior Rion, let me see how much you've grown!"
"Oh my god!"
"This part is so well-developed? Who knew our Leon had so much potential!"
Teasing by her best friend, and extremely shy, LV.6 Ryu could only let the other girl explore her. The other girls joined in the fun, and the room became lively.
The girls laughed and played, their thin shirts fluttering, inadvertently revealing glimpses of soft, porcelain-white light. Their slender waists and delicate hands swept across the room, and the spring scenery appeared like a fleeting glimpse of a beautiful woman, only to be quietly concealed by their crisp laughter and the fluttering of their clothes.
However, the girls who were former members of the Familia were unaware that, in a certain matter, Ryu Rion was indeed their "senior," and the pure and shy elf girl could never tell her best friend this.
That was a romance with a human boy!
The goddess Astraea beside her smiled.
Meanwhile, Roy managed to steal a half-day of leisure.
He strolled onto the deck, facing the boundless blue sea and sky. It would be a waste not to cast his line and enjoy this magnificent view. So he leaned against the gunwale, letting the sea breeze caress his face, and leisurely cast his fishing line into the azure sea.
It's not so bad for the air force, but they often catch strange things, like underwater monsters.
"Captain, it's another monster!"
Tiony, Tiona, and the others took turns riding the Flying Hoof Thunder Bull and the Divine Wheel, soaring through the air amidst laughter and joy, successfully clearing out the monsters.
The girls from the inhabitants' families were having a great time.
Of course, Roy's main target was the gray-haired witch next to him—Alphia.
Alphia's features were as exquisite as a finely carved piece of jade, and her long, flowing grey hair was like a thin veil—
The moonlight, shrouded in mist, flowed silently over her shoulders. She wore a long, dark dress, its simple lines outlining her slender figure and making her skin appear even whiter than snow.
Her face was aloof and cold, carrying a sense of detachment that kept people at a distance. What was most striking were her small lips, with beautiful lines and a natural cherry pink color, as tender as newly blooming petals, forming a strange contrast with her almost frozen tranquility.
Alphia leaned against the railing, her bright heterochromatic eyes gazing into the distance, her thoughts seemingly having traversed thousands of mountains and rivers, reaching the far north.
The deal between them has been completed.
Alphia went all out, even using her third magic, to help them defeat the Empress, thus gaining Erebus's approval and being resurrected.
"That is—"
Upon seeing the Flying Hoof Thunder Bull and the Divine Wheel that could soar through the sky, Alphia's heterochromatic eyes flashed with a hint of surprise. Flying monsters were extremely rare. Astrea's Familia, to be precise, Roy always managed to produce some incredible things.
Roy smiled kindly. "Miss Alphia, would you like to try it?"
Alphia glanced at Roy; she had also ridden dragons and was surprised that the Thunder Bull was far more obedient than any other monster.
"You really want to get on good terms with me?" Alphia saw through Roy's thoughts at a glance.
Roy answered bluntly, "Yes!"
Alphia was at a loss for words, and in front of a bunch of girls who liked her, she bluntly said that she wanted to get along well with another woman.
Only Roy could do that.
After all, back in the underworld, he declared in front of everyone that he would marry all the girls present. Alphia thought that the other party's shamelessness was unparalleled.
A real scumbag! A womanizer!
"The deal is done. Stop bothering me, or else—" Alphia said expressionlessly, her cherry lips slightly parted, silently uttering the word "Gospel" to warn Roy not to make any noise around her.
Alphia has an extreme fondness for quiet environments.
Anyone who speaks loudly in front of her will be punched or hit by a sonic attack, which is the origin of her title "Silence". Roy has not been attacked yet, which is already a sign that Alphia has shown mercy.
After saying that, Alphia turned and left.
"All right!"
Roy watched Alphia's retreating figure, a hint of regret flashing in his eyes. He still wanted to extract some information.
The only person in the world who knows information about the final beast—the black dragon—is Alphia. To defeat the black dragon, one cannot bypass this witch.
That's a monster that wiped out the two strongest clans in the past, so the more information we have, the better.
Gathering intelligence is a long and arduous task!
Seeing Roy get humiliated in front of Alphia, Hera couldn't help but laugh, "Hahaha!"
Hera sought the underworld to see her children again, but Cerberus had stopped her every time before. Only this time did she finally get her wish.
Having achieved her goal, she left as well.
"You little rascal, you haven't actually fallen for Alphia, have you?" Hera grinned mischievously.
If it weren't for Alphia's cold gaze, Roy wouldn't have minded making some flirtatious remarks. It wasn't that he was afraid of her, but rather that the ship would be blown up by her—a judgment based on his Intuition skill.
Don't be fooled by the fact that they are on the vast ocean.
If you anger that gray-haired witch, she will not hesitate to launch a sonic cannon attack, the terrifying power of which will instantly shatter most of the ship's hull.
Roy said, "Lady Hera, I just want to know more about that black dragon monster."
Upon hearing this, Hera, who craved the sight of rivers of blood, immediately frowned. "What? How boring!"
Roy was speechless. Gods act without considering the consequences, and this was also true of Hera.
"I find you quite pleasing to the eye!"
Hera patted Roy on the shoulder. "Here's a hint: the black dragon is a black monster."
Before Roy could ask any further questions, Hera had already run to Alphia, "Hehe, it's been so long since I hugged you, soft and fragrant Alphia, that skin—"
"Don't do anything rash!" Alphia warned with her fist.
The scene that seemed familiar was Loki and Ais.
Roy remained where he was, his mind racing as he considered Hera's words: the black monster—could it be an assassin of God?
The dungeon sensed the gods and rushed in, giving rise to monsters specifically created to kill them.
The Black Goliath from the original timeline, and the Black Amphispina he and Astraea encountered.
And is the Black Dragon also an assassin of the gods?
It is a floor master in a deeper level of the underground city who sensed the gods, received extremely high enhancements, broke through to the surface, and possessed the characteristic of being immune to divine power.
Even—has it devoured gods?
Just thinking about this possibility sent a chill down Roy's spine. Hera and Alphia were already far away, not giving him a chance to ask further questions.
Roy could only suppress his doubts for the time being.
As the sun sets, the twilight light spills across the boundless sea, stretching to the horizon, where ships sway gently on the waves like floating islands.
"Cheers!"
On the spacious deck, everyone held a simple banquet to celebrate the success. The atmosphere was incredibly lively; it was a great victory!
Back in Orario, there will be even bigger celebrations; this is just the appetizer.
Even so, Roy refused to compromise and took out all the food from his spatial ring.
Long wooden tables were pieced together, covered with a clean linen cloth, and laid out an incredible feast: a whole suckling pig, roasted to a golden brown and crispy perfection, sizzling with oil and exuding a rich aroma; mountains of seafood...
Lobsters, oysters, and sea fish shimmer with the bright luster of the ocean, surrounded by ice; freshly baked bread exudes the warm, sweet aroma of malt.
The colorful seasonal fruits are like scattered gems; and the crystal wine reflects the afterglow of the setting sun in the crystal glass.
The rich aroma of food mingled with the salty scent of the sea breeze, permeating the cool twilight air and creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
This scene formed an almost dreamlike contrast with the deathly silence and carnage of the underworld not long ago.
It carries a sense of unreality that makes one feel disoriented.
Waves gently lapped against the ship's hull, making rhythmic, soft sounds, as if providing a soft accompaniment for this long-awaited feast.
"Alice, Kaguya—it's been a long time!" Hermes greeted the girls.
"Hermes, and Asphie!"
"Miss Tsubaki!"
Alexie and the others greeted acquaintances, but their attention was more focused on Roy, sizing up the mysterious boy with curiosity.
Roy was also sizing up the other person, glancing at him with a single glance.
Alexie Rofer, Kaguya Gojou, Lyra, Noin the Human, Aste the Dwarf, Neze the Werewolf
Amazon Iska, human Maru, human Liana, elf Celty—ten girls, each with their own unique characteristics, exude a vibrant youthful energy.
They all stepped forward to thank Roy.
"I'm Alexie Rofer, hello!" The passionate red-haired girl smiled and extended her small hand to Roy.
Roy took the red-haired girl's small hand in his.
Kaguya said earnestly, "Mr. Roy, we will repay this great kindness!"
Roy frowned. "If I were seeking a reward, I wouldn't take such a big risk."
"That's true."
Kaguya smiled brightly on her beautiful face. She had already vaguely sensed the close relationship between Roy and Ryu. That useless elf was really capable!
At the banquet, everyone clinked glasses and chatted loudly. The aroma of fine wine and the steam of delicious food filled the air, and the smiling faces and clinking glasses created a warm and joyful atmosphere.
The journey back to Orario lasted several days.
The time spent together was enough to melt away the initial awkwardness. As they spent every day together, the initial polite greetings gradually turned into mutual understanding, and tacit agreement and friendship quietly grew.
A few days later, the outline of Orario appeared on the distant horizon, and the towering Tower of Babel, like a lighthouse guiding the way home, came into view.
"They're back! They're back!"
"Go quickly and inform the gods!"
Meanwhile, the people on the port of Melun noticed the returning ships and made excited noises; these were naturally spies sent out by various clans.
The Astrea Familia's operation was so large-scale that it involved most of Orario, and the matter had already become widely known.
Almost all factions sent people to wait in the port 24 hours a day, waiting for the ships to return.
Upon receiving the news, the gods arrived at lightning speed.
In a very short time, hundreds of gods and thousands of adventurers gathered at the port, and countless civilians flocked there, turning the streets into a deserted city.
Including the giant school ship docked in Mellenport, with its deities, teachers, and students, the number of people on site exceeded seventy to eighty thousand, a truly magnificent sight.
Under the watchful eyes of countless people, the ship carrying Roy and the others docked, and the members of the Nyod Clan dropped anchor and lowered the deck—all the necessary preparations were completed.
Roy was the first to appear in people's sight.
Roy walked down the plank connecting the ship and the shore, followed by Lily, Tione, and others, which immediately caused a commotion among the crowd.
Roy hadn't even reached the ground yet.
"Madmen, what great feat have you accomplished this time?" an adventurer shouted impatiently, asking the question everyone most wanted to know.
Under the expectant gaze of countless people.
Roy smiled without saying a word, glancing behind him—a small gesture that everyone noticed.
All eyes turned to Roy's back.
The people on the ship disembarked one by one: Hermes, Asphie, Alganna, Baje, Leon,
Chun—all the people we took with us on this trip.
What's so strange about that?
Just as everyone was thinking this, a red figure burst into their eyes—a red-haired girl following behind the goddess of justice, Astrea!
The port, which had been as noisy as a market, was instantly enveloped in a suffocating silence, and everyone's eyes became vacant.
"The Crimson Flower, Alexandra Rofer?"
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